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Apr 12, 2007 20:03

Anyone own an elliptical machine? If so, could you recommend a brand or a specific machine?

I am looking to add a good cardio workout to my toning exercises & weight training.

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gxxx April 13 2007, 04:07:24 UTC

My parents own one. I'll get some info on it for you later.

... evesfireflie April 13 2007, 16:05:02 UTC

i had one, didn't like it too much.

they sell second hand equiptment at Play It Again Sports...
i'd start there, if you like it then invest in a better one.

http://www.playitagainsports.com

<3 eve

Re: ... meanjunglist April 22 2007, 01:27:34 UTC

Sweet! Thanks.

orange4aks April 13 2007, 23:01:16 UTC

Elliptical's are great, at least the gym-quality ones are - but I wouldn't want to own one -- do you live or work near a gym?

meanjunglist April 22 2007, 01:28:49 UTC

There are a few gyms here, but I am not big on going to them. I just know that 'd be more lax if I had to get in my car and drive to a place to work out.

running orange4aks April 13 2007, 23:05:01 UTC

also, if you just want to be able to work out at home on your own time - I got into running, and once my body got used to the pounding (feet, toes, knees all complained heavily) I've doing pretty well with it

It's valuable to have a *fresh* pair of running shoes. I originally bought running shoes on clearance at Marshalls - that was a mistake. After injuries, I bought a fresh pair for $90 at a running store - it makes a noticeable difference, having fresh padding - the foam gets stale

Re: running meanjunglist April 22 2007, 01:29:19 UTC

I'm going to have to get a new pair of shoes then. I've been running and didn't even know that.

blowas April 18 2007, 21:00:13 UTC

I would suggest going to a place like Dick's Sporting Goods and just trying out the machines. They can get very expensive, so make sure you really like it. Then you can shop around once you know what you like. If you want to combine everything into one workout, you may want to try step aerobics with hand weights, kick boxing, Tae Bo, or a circuit training video. I think you can find these at a library. That way you won't have to buy one without knowing if you like it. If you subscribe to Netflix, they also have pretty good selection. My favorite instructor so far is Cathe Friedrich at Cathe.com. You can preview some of the DVDs before you buy them and even purchase some of the equipment you'll need on her website.

meanjunglist April 22 2007, 01:30:56 UTC

Thanks, doll. Right now, I am using a few Gunnar Peterson DVDs, but I am definitely on the look out for more. I really want to work yoga into my weekly workout, too. It's always hard to decide where to start as there are millions of DVDs, books and other resources out there.

blowas April 22 2007, 13:29:11 UTC

MTV Yoga is actually very difficult. I had trouble the first time that I did it. If you want to make sure you do yoga a few times a week and still start to tone up, you may also want to try a 20 minute yoga video with another totally separate video. Denise Austin has a ton of yoga videos. I used to do her power yoga (20min) with either her pilates (20 min) or kickboxing (20 min ( ... )

meanjunglist April 23 2007, 19:08:44 UTC

I'm excited. The MTV Yoga one looks really good. Thank you so much!

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